Electrical CAD Technician - Power & Utilities Design

Actalent; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance (short & long‑ter

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Electrical CAD Technician in Fort Worth, TX. This contract role focuses on developing and revising electrical and utility drawings using CAD software, supporting engineers, and preparing design packages for power delivery projects.

You will ensure compliance with standards, contribute to drafting process improvements, and work closely with a talented team of engineers and designers in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Civil 3D, utility design, distribution systems, or power delivery projects.
• Ability to create and revise plot plans and technical drawings.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Associate degree in Drafting Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• CAD certification and experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation are a plus.
• Self-starter with a desire to learn, grow, and build a long-term career within the engineering industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise electrical and utility-related drawings using CAD software.
• Assist engineers and designers in creating high-quality design packages, construction drawings, and project documentation.
• Prepare and update permit, plot, and technical drawings based on project requirements.
• Ensure all drafting work complies with company, client, and industry standards.
• Support distribution, utility, and power delivery projects from concept through design.
• Research design challenges and collaborate with project teams to develop effective solutions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to drafting processes and standards.
• Maintain accuracy, quality, and attention to detail across all project deliverables.

Skills

CAD software

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Plot plans

Communication

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in Drafting Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

Job description

Actalent is seeking an Electrical CAD Technician in Fort Worth, TX. This contract role focuses on developing and revising electrical and utility drawings using CAD software, supporting engineers, and preparing design packages for power delivery projects.

You will ensure compliance with standards, contribute to drafting process improvements, and work closely with a talented team of engineers and designers in a collaborative environment.